Confused by standards? Help is here!Using the Standardsis your complete guide to incorporating standards-based activities in your classroom--from national standards to state and local standards. Developed with tested ideas from experienced teachers, this resource book will lead you all the way from "Where do I find my standards?" to "How can I help prepare my students for standardized tests?" Teacher-friendly icons identify the subjects covered in the book: Reading, Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Each section contains easy-to-understand information for you about the standards and a wealth of activities and reproducible worksheets for your students. For every teacher who has wondered how to translate theory into practice, these books will be a welcome resource.